Alison Julie Cleaver

16 October 196212 February 2023

Peacefully at home in New Plymouth on Sunday 12 February 2023, aged 60.

Dearly loved wife and best friend of Russell.

Cherished Mum of Mathew and Abbey, Natthan and Alyssa, Emma-Gene and Billy, and Ana and Steven.

Adored Grandma to her 17 precious grandchildren.

A service to celebrate Alison’s life will be held at Eagars Te Henui Chapel, 174 Lemon Street, New Plymouth on Friday 17 February 2023 at 10.30am followed by a private burial.

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Tributes

Hi Russel, greetings and condolences from Germany. A sad loss for you, and a huge hole in your heart, I'm sure. May the Lord bless you with courage and strength for each new day. Love and hugs Stephen (ex HHS)

Stephen Barrett

Sending much Aroha to you Russell, Mary and whanau at this sad time. Remembering Alison with her vivacious personality and generosity x

Fiona Wood

Dear Russell and Family, All our thoughts are with you. We will always remenber Alison as a wonderfull woman and we are so gratefull that we have known each other. We think of all of you. Ann& Ueli Fuhrer with Samuel and Benjamin

Ann & Ueli Fuhrer

Deepest condolences Russ and family

Sid sSims

Sending much love to you and your family Russell at this sad time. You are in our thoughts.

Catherine and Roger Jones

To Russell and family, we have just read of Alison’s passing. Such a shock. Our thoughts are with you and the family. A lovely lady with a great smile. Christine and Lloyd Blackbourn

Christine Blackbourn

To Russell and family, Hillary, and the Dickson family, so sorry to hear of Alisons passing, may her beautiful smile remain tucked deep in your hearts, wonderful memories of Hawera High School days and swimming carnivals. May it comfort you to know, you are in our thoughts and prayers. R.I.L. Alison, Lynette and Wayne Gopperth

Lynette Gopperth

To Russell and family. So sad to hear of Alison’s passing. We remember Alison with much Aroha. From going to see her at swimming events in Whanganui and Palmerston North to Alison cutting my mothers hair. The few years we spent in New Plymouth meant Antoinette saw Alison quiet regularly. Great memories. Alison was a free spirit fulled with love for her family and everything that was important. She had a perpetual smile that was so real. She would have made a great hippie in the very best possible way. Thoughts with you all Shane & Antoinette

Shane Stevenson

To Russell and family we were saddened to hear of your great lost, our thoughts are with you.

Geoff and Charmaine Bland

Dear Russell and family. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thought are with you. Aroha nui Ruth

Ruth Jarman

Dear Natthan, Alyssa and family. We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences are with everyone who loved your beautiful Mum. Love David and Karen

David and Karen Fuller

We are especially thinking of you today Russell & all your whanau. We have vivid memories of Alison sprinting around the Frankley Road block with boundless energy, professionally cutting Dee's hair and sharing busy times of companionship at NP Playcentre. Be assured of our continuing prayers and support. Arohanui ~ Peter & Dee

Peter & Dee Costello

So sad to hear the passing of Alison, such a wonderful beautiful lady who brought joy and comfort to many, we have many fond memories of sharing times together. Our best wishes and love go to all the family at this difficult time. Xo

Tim and Jude Sprott

Dear Russell and family. My deepest thoughts are with you all at this moment. Lynsey and I only have fond memories of Alison. She was always welcoming and had a spark for life, even when she had to pick us up from odd locations after our mountain adventures! Take care and God bless. I hope you all find peace.

Jon and Lynsey Wilcox

Te akaroa . Aere ra e teia Vaine Toa. Tei roto koe I te rima a te Atua. Aroa maata Kia koe e te kopu tangata ❤️❤️❤️

Rocco, Mamanu &Kainoa

Our deepest sympathies to you Russell and your beautiful family. Alison was such a vibrant, happy go lucky lady and she loved to share time with everyone, be it over a cuppa and her amazing muffins or simply chatting over a hair cut.. Rest In Peace Ali x x

Debbie & Buzz Campbell

Dear Russell Matt, Abbey and all the family, our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Alison. A beautiful loving wife, mother, grandmother. and a friend of many. RIP Alison.

Vonda & Ross

Russell, Our heartfelt thoughts & condolences go out to you and the entire family in this time of sorrow. May you all find peace & comfort in all the memories you cherish. Godspeed beautiful lady, soar high, shine bright.

Sheryl & Ian Hewitt

Deepest condolences Russell and family. Alison had a smile that could light up a room and such a positive attitude to life. The past few years have been hard for you all and she will be deeply missed. Kia Kaha Brett

Brett Murray

Russell and family and the Dickson family my sincere thoughts on the loss of your beautiful Alison. She was one very kind hearted lady. Rest in peace Alison Sue Harrison

Sue Harrison

Our family wishes to express our deepest sympathy to the Cleaver Whanau. it was always great catching up with Ali, whether she was running past our house, at womad or at the cafe. She was a breathe of fresh air and a free spirit. Our hearts go out to you all. Tearohanui . Paul and Trish

paul and trish coulton

To all of Alison’s family - go free spirit fly high with those angels above you deserve no less. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this extremely sad time - take peace from it that she is now at rest.

Robyn King

Russell and family, our thoughts are with you at this very sad time. RIP Alison Geoff & Gael Notman

Gael Notman

Deepest sympathy Russell and family on the sad passing of Alison. Treasured memories last forever

Janet Fleming

Russell and family our thoughts are with you all at this sad time. Regards Cleve and Denise

Denise Reed

To Russell and family. We are saddened to hear of Alison's passing and will miss seeing her out and about on her frequent walks around the block. Thinking of you all at this time.

Bruce and Kym Forrest

To Russell and family,we were deeply saddened to learn of Alison's passing.Please accept our sincere sympathy at this very difficult time.Sharon and Graham Johnson.

Graham Johnson

Kia Ora Russel and whanau Sad to hear of the passing of Alison. My memories of cycling - you turning up on a mountain bike while we all had the flash road bikes. Alison popped in and out of the group smashing most of us when she felt like it. She was a free spirit and a strong wahine toa. Hard to believe she has gone. Hope to get there on Friday, if not I will see you next time I am in NP. Regards Moller whanau

Chris Moller

Sincere condolences to you Emma-gene and family losing your beautiful Mum. You will miss her so much.

Helen Burke

My sincere condolences to Ali's nearest and dearest - you were her world. Where do you start to describe such a special person. Ali had that rare quality of touching everyone she met in some way. I know she has left you with some special memories and a lot that will bring a smile to your face and even some 'laugh out loud' moments. Cherish your memories of Ali and take care of each other.

Helen Baverstock

To Russell and family My deepest condolences to you all. I will always remember Alison for her cheeky smile and heartfelt laugh. We always laughed about our sandwich swapping days at high school. Such a good soul gone too early RIP Ali xxx

Cindy Death

To Russell and family, sincere condolences at this very sad news. Wishing you peace as you recover. Best wishes.

Steve & Debbie Day

Sorry to hear of Alison's passing. My condolences to Russell and family, and the Dixon family. Roger Cox

Roger Cox

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Russell and family. Such an honour and a pleasure to have known Allí, she was always so vibrant and full of life, taken far too soon. Lots of love from both of us.

Sean and Colleen Froude

Russell and all the family, please accept our condolences on the passing away of Alison. Our thoughts and prayers are very much with you.

Bronwyn and Mike Donaldson

Our love and condolences Russell and family. We will remember the happy, loving woman Alison was. We were blessed to have known here. Now at peace💕 Take care, Michael and Brenda Walsh x

Michael and Brenda Walsh

Dear Matt and Abbey and family So sorry to hear of your Mums passing. Take care of each other and thinking of you. Janet and Pete Moselen

Janet Moselen

So sadden to hear about the loss of Alison - What a super lady she was - another angel returned to heaven - sending all my love to Russell and the Cleaver Family + Dickson Whanau - treasure all those wonderful memories you all have - they are priceless - Rip my friend

Trish Isgar (Landers)

To Russell and family Please know that we are thinking of you all at this sad time, sharing in your sorrow with love and friendship. May memories of Alison comfort you. Joan and Peter Coles

Joan Coles

A beautiful soul gone too soon. You always had the biggest smile and the cutest laugh……. A ray of sunshine to all those that were around you. Heartfelt condolences Russell and family. Rest peacefully xx

Virginia Bryan

Dear Russell and family, It’s devastating to hear this news and our hearts are with you. Alison and I shared the same birthday. Alison had a smile like the sun, a beautiful laugh and was such a loving and giving soul. Her spirit will be dearly missed. I will call next week. Much love Gene, Alison and Riley xxx

Gene Elder

So very sorry to read this Russell. Sincere condolences to you and your children and grandchildren at such a very sad time.

Jenny Sheriff

So sad to hear of Alison passing away. She will be hugely missed by you all. A wonderful big family she has been part of. Our thoughts are with you Russell and extended Dickson families

Pearce and Pauline Annabell

To Matthew, Abbey and Cleaver family We are so sorry to hear of Alison's passing, what an amazing, energetic and lovely lady she was, she will be sadly missed by all her family. Our sincere condolences to you all and what wonderful memories you have of her.

Robbie & Darryl Smaller

Hi Russell very long Time no see So sorry to hear of ali pasting went to school with her back in those day very lovely lady and boy could she swim her and hillary .WIll be sawy missed.

Ross Riddick

Thoughts and condolences to you and your family Russell, rest in peace Alison way to young to have been taken. No doubt you will ride with us all on the weekends. Much respect 🙏

Grant Wilson

My condolences to you Russell and your family on the sad news of Alisons passing. I will always remember the fun and laughter we shared when she was a young girl staying at Mum and Dads with Bernadine and the mischief the pair of them got up to. Thinking of you all.

Brenda Schrader

Thinking of you on this sad occasion, my condolences to you all.

Nev Busing

Dear Russell and family, Our deepest sympathy at this sad time. Im so glad you were able to be with Alison when she passed away peacefully. We will remember her kind smile, generous heart and love for her family. Arohanui, Vincent Edwards and Gill Danson

Gillian Danson

To Russell and family thinking of you all at this sad time. Lois and Ian Peters

Lois Peters

I remain so sad and shocked that Alison has left us, but will always remember her energy, charm, engaging smile and care for others. My thoughts and condolences are with you Russell and all of the family.

Phil. Glass

Heartfelt condolences Russell and family. Will always remember Alison's lovely smile and enthusiasm for life. Thinking of you all at this sad time.

Lynne Scown

To Russell and family So sorry to read of Alison’s passing. Condolences and my thoughts are with you all. RIP Alison

Eileen Fitzpatrick

Lots of love to you and your family, Russel, at this very sad time.

Christine Alexander

Russell and family it is terribly sad to hear of Alison's passing. My thoughts are with you at this very sad time.

Jenny Johnston

We are thinking of you and your family, Russell, at this very sad time. May you all find some consolation and comfort in the knowledge that Allison is quietly resting in peace.

Graeme and Mary Mustchin

Dear Russell and whanau please accept our sincere sympathy for your loss. Thinking of you all at this very sad time. RIP Alison

Joan and John Christiansen

Dear Russell and family I’m just so sorry and shocked to see the passing of your Alison. My thoughts and prayers are with you

Sylvia Penny

Our Deepest sympathy Russell and family.

Michael and Barbara Stevenson

Oh Russell and family,please accept our deepest sympathy on your sad sad loss. Poor Ali we can’t believe this has happened. We will be away on Friday but you will be in our thoughts. Sincere condolences Julia and Dennis

Julia and Dennis Hopkins
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